Editor's Note

Cities across California are continually striving to become more transparent. Local agencies work hard to comply with the strict guidelines inherent within the California Public Records Act (CPRA) — especially in a time where agencies across the state are dealing with a significant spike in CPRA requests.

League General Assembly will be Held Sept. 15

Policy development is a key part of the League of California Cities® legislative effectiveness. The League’s annual conference resolutions process is one way that city officials can directly participate in the development of League policy. The deadline of July 15 to submit resolutions is fast approaching.

The Legislature has been busy this week with legislative hearings and the FY 2017-18 budget. Legislative hearing committees are continuing as bills are moving through their second houses. The League continues to track numerous bills affecting cities. Some hearings, if not all, will be televised. The Senate and Assembly publish weekly television schedules, but audio is always available online. In addition, many hearings are also webcast via the California Channel.

Deadline to submit is Aug. 14

Do you want to help build the 2018 Planning Commissioner’s Academy program? Do you have an idea for a new or cutting edge session that will inspire and motivate California’s planning commissioners? The League of California Cities® is searching for speakers and session topics for the 2018 conference to be held April 4–6 at the Hyatt Regency in Monterey.